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195 Lotus Elan S2- 26R Historic Race car from new, Raced all over the country

Make: Lotus
Model: Elan
SubModel: S2 26R
Type: Coupe/removable hard top
Trim: Race Car
Year: 1964
Mileage: 1
VIN: 26-s2-29
Color: Red
Engine: 1.6 Inline 4
Cylinders: 4
Fuel: 110
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Black
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Spring Park, Minnesota, United States
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Description of 1964 Lotus Elan Race Car

History:

The 26R is the lightweight racing version of the Lotus Elan road car. Only 52 Series One and 45 Series Two 26Rs were built. Lotus factory records show that this car sold to Dutchess Motors in Millerton, New York. The car’s authenticity is well-documented with period photographs and a letter from Peter Brand of Lotus Cars England, correspondence from the various owners, and it is recognized by Tony Thompson, the Lotus Registrar, as 26S229. 26-S2-29 had a successful USA, SCCA and Canadian racing history with Max Narriere and Harry Bysie, Canadian “C” production champion in 1968. Many time race winner in historic racing in past years. Has racing log book and current FIA HTP (?)papers

This car has an extensive racing history that can be provided to an interested party. It has spent its recent time at Donnybrooke Motorsports in Spring Park, MN for all service, race prep,and track side service.

There is a historical technical passport on this car as well, along with meticulous records.

Ownership History

1964 Lotus 26R

Chassis # 26-S2-29

Dutchess Auto Sales

Max Narriere

Harry Bisye

Don Orosco

Steve Forristall Cars

Ronald Finger

Grand Prix Classics

Rob Burt

Mike Taradash

Thomas Shelton

Grand Prix Classics

Hans Hugenholtz

Grand Prix Classics

Donnybrooke Motorsports

http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/archive/article/june-2009/116/lotus-elan-26r

http://www.grandprixclassics.com/1965-lotus-26r/

Please contact Richard at Richard@donnybrooke.net or Donnybrooke Motorsports with any questions. 952-471-0072